Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 28, 2023

LAS VEGAS – Platinum Contracting of Nevada, a leading independent full-service general contractor who specializes in underground utilities, is striving to advance Southern Nevada’s utility distribution through a series of underground installations.

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Construction Dive

JANUARY 12, 2024

COO Mike Oswald will succeed Paul Driscoll in heading the Richardson, Texas, general contracting firm, among other leadership moves.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 4, 2023

TSX: ATRL), a fully integrated professional services and project management company with offices around the world, has been awarded a contract to provide general engineering consulting (GEC) services for the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). Montreal  – AtkinsRéalis [SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.] (TSX:

Engineering 259

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New Civil Engineer

JANUARY 25, 2024

Stockport-based KNDS UK (Krauss-Maffei Wegmann and Nexter) has signed a £150M contract with the Ministry of Defence (MoD) to provide military-grade general support bridges. The post MoD awards £150M contract to provide ‘technically advanced’ military bridges appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Roads Online

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The contract for works on the Ocean Reef Marina Development in Western Australia has now been awarded, with Georgiou set to deliver the construction of public infrastructure. The $107 million contract comprises the delivery of public infrastructure such as boat ramps, marine walls, as well as recreational spaces.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 13, 2024

Contract law is a fundamental aspect of construction projects, ensuring that all parties involved have clear, enforceable agreements. Understanding the key legal considerations in construction contracts can help prevent disputes, manage risks, and ensure successful project completion.

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Contractor Connection

JUNE 22, 2017

Having a clear, comprehensive contract with your general contractor is one of the most important aspects of a successful home remodeling or renovation project. A contract protects you, your budget, and your property, so make sure to consider the following as you negotiate your agreement: Licensing. Scope of work. Warranties.

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Roads Online

JUNE 27, 2024

The $470m contract will see bridges replaced and tracks lowered to allow the safe passage of double-stacked freight trains from Brisbane to Melbourne. Inland Rail Chief Executive Officer Nick Miller said this is a major step forward for the Inland Rail project in Victoria with all twelve sites now under contract.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 11, 2024

Retainage is a significant element of contract management. Understanding what retainage is, how it functions, and its implications can greatly influence how contractors and clients navigate their contracts. Typically, retainage is a percentage of the total contract price. What is Retainage?

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 8, 2024

Job Order Contract Cooperatives serve a purpose, however, it’s important to know WHEN and HOW they should be used. Outdated cost information, or national average cost data and the use of local or economic factoring generally will not provide adequate cost visibility. #4. JOC Cooperative policies and procedures are critical.

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Roads Online

MARCH 25, 2024

Georgiou General Manager Steve Okill said Georgiou was delighted to once again be completing works for repeat client Perth Airport. The post Georgiou wins contract for Perth Airport works appeared first on Roads & Infrastructure Magazine. Design is being progressed with construction scheduled to commence in July 2024.

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Contracts General Contracting Schedule Management Project Management 99

Construction and Infrastructure Law

AUGUST 29, 2024

Construction contracts in the energy sector involve unique challenges and risks, particularly with respect to bonds and mechanic’s liens. Understanding how to navigate these challenges is key to protecting your projects from disputes with general contractors, subcontractors and suppliers. Here are our key takeaways.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 29, 2024

2024 Job Order Contracting Job Order Contracting (JOC) can be extremely efficient and provide full cost visibility for reducing deferred maintenance, renovations, repairs, and even new construction. Job Order Contracting was created several decades ago as a means to help get projects started quickly. Learn more.

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Roads Online

DECEMBER 6, 2023

A contract has been finalised for Georgiou Group to design and deliver the duplication of the Mandurah Estuary Bridge, south of Perth. HumeLink West project New Director-General appointed for QLD TMR The project involves construction of a second, two-lane bridge on the south side of the current bridge.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 15, 2022

Let’s cut to the chase—Virginia has joined 11 other states that have expressly prohibited “pay if paid” clauses in construction contracts. Generally, most states that have addressed the issue allow “pay if paid” clauses so long as there is clear and unambiguous language shifting the risk of non-payment to the subcontractor.

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2023

Alliance Contracting in Construction provides a real opportunity for the consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build project on time and on budget. Alliance participants commit to work together to achieve the successful delivery of the project throughout the duration of the contract.

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Roads Online

MAY 18, 2023

The second stage of the Nelson Point Tug Haven upgrade project is set to get underway, after TAMS Group were awarded a contract for works which make up a segment of the $72.5 The post Contract awarded for works on $72.5M million package of upgrades to the Port of Port Hedland in Western Australia. Related stories: $82.5M

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2024

As a leader in general contracting and construction management, C.W. As a leader in general contracting and construction management services, C.W. Ranked in Engineering News Record’s Top 150 General Contractors and Top 100 Construction Managers, C.W. The design partner is JCJ Architecture. Driver Cos.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 25, 2019

The two contracts, both JVs, will use the general contractor/construction manager (GC/CM) alternate public works project delivery method.

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LDM Law

JANUARY 2, 2024

Many clients come through our doors because a project has gone wrong due to obligations they unknowingly take on after signing “industry standard” contracts. Form Contracts Favor the Trade that Drafted Them. If you are presented an “industry standard” contract, determine the group that developed the form.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 11, 2022

Learning about Job Order Contracting? What is Job Order Contracting (JOC) ? JOC contracts typically have a one year durations, and up to four (4) option years. Extensions are not generally allowed or advisable. Request the full white paper… [contact-form] The post Learning about Job Order Contracting?

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The five-year engineering contract represents Lochner’s first airport project in the state. Owned and operated by the City of Pierre, the two-runway airport serves the aviation needs of the state capital, its residents, and the businesses of central South Dakota.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 17, 2019

General contractors risk violating contract clauses if they can't find labor, but savvy, well-established GCs have ways of finding subs, and it’s more about relationship-building than anything else.

General Contracting 302

General Contracting Contracts 302

Roads Online

APRIL 10, 2024

The Port of Brisbane has awarded a Road Corridor Maintenance Services contract to Ventia, to support the long-term and sustained operation of port infrastructure. The contract will help to ensure that the Port of Brisbane’s road network remains safe and highly efficient. Close to all containerised freight is moved via these port roads.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 19, 2024

As the general engineer consultant for FDOT’s District 5, HNTB also supported the safety and security elements of the program and the trains’ systems communication work including schedule and contract management, inspection work and fare collection systems management. “It

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NH Construction Law

JUNE 23, 2024

When contracting parties agree to a fixed price or lump sum amount for a defined scope of work, the contractor is generally obligated to build that scope of work for that price regardless of what it costs him to do so or what unmentioned obstacles he may face. A measure of trust is accordingly essential in fixed price contracts.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 3, 2023

John Morgan, chief executive, said this year’s performance would be weighted towards the first half which has seen contract wins lift the order book 4% to £8.8bn. But the Property Services operation margin has been impacted by disappointing contract delivery despite an expected higher level of revenue.

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ENR Construction

MAY 23, 2024

A 1% increase in project costs can make the difference between profit and loss.

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General Contracting Contracts 36

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Army Job Order Contracts fail to meet critical AFARS requirements most of the time. The J OCPB (JOC Price Book: reflects the current local costs in detail for construction tasks expected to be performed in the geographical area of the base contract with the primary use of developing a detailed line-item price. 5117.9001 Definitions.

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Contracts General Contracting Government Works Cost Control 90

Construction Dive

MARCH 5, 2014

Court of Appeals has ruled that the commercial general liability (CGL) insurer of a named insured subcontractor had no duty to defend an additional insured general contractor in a project owner’s post-completion breach-of-contract suit for construction defects arising from the subcontractor’s work on a condominium project.

General Contracting 129

General Contracting Contracts 129

Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

One bad subcontractor can impact an entire project, so it's important to build protections into the contract and for both the general contractor and sub to know their responsibilities and options.

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General Contracting Contracts 317

Roads Online

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Fulton Hogan Egis has been awarded a 30 year contract to carry out asset management works for the M6 Stage 1 Motorway in New South Wales. Glenn Johnston, Fulton Hogan General Manager of Asset Management said the project team was proud to be given the responsibility of managing the asset. It will be delivered in three stages.

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Construction Dive

MAY 16, 2019

The joint venture of Whiting-Turner Contracting Co. will reportedly act as general contractor. and Kokosing Construction Co.

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General Contracting Contracts 312

Practical Law Construction

AUGUST 17, 2021

In March 2016, Graeme W Cheyne (Builders) Ltd (the contractor) entered into a SBCC Minor Works Contract, with contractor’s design, 2016 Edition (the contract) with Mr Wilson (the employer) to build him a house in Cults, Aberdeen. Not appointing a replacement within 14 days was also a breach of contract. Was IA14 valid?

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NH Construction Law

JULY 22, 2023

Commercial construction subcontracts frequently incorporate by reference provisions of the prime contract between the owner and the general contractor, often with language requiring the subcontractor to assume toward the general contractor all duties owed by the general contractor to the owner. In Costa v. 2d 279 (Ga.

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Roads Online

MAY 2, 2023

BMD Constructions and DJ MacCormick Contractors have been awarded a contract for works on the $274 million the Haughton Pipeline Project stage two in Queensland. BMD Constructions General Manager Northern Region, Gerard Keynes, said BMD’s experience means it is well placed to deliver the Haughton Pipeline Stage Two.

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Practical Law Construction

JANUARY 12, 2023

The recent judgment of the TCC in St James’s Oncology SPC Ltd (Project Co) v Lendlease Construction (Europe) Ltd and another provides a fascinating commentary on the importance of drafting a building contract that is tailored to deliver the needs of the employer and the end-user. . The project agreements clause.

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